News at USA Health

Justin Manley, M.D., FACS, will practice the full spectrum of vascular surgery, but with a special focus on complex limb salvage.

Menger presented USA Health’s spinal deformity program as a real-world case study, demonstrating how a mid-sized academic health system can successfully build a high-volume center for complex spinal conditions.

Minye Seok, M.D.,  was the only representative from Alabama at the conference.

For years, Edward Panacek, M.D., MPH, has helped young investigators in countries where medical research is underdeveloped, assisting them in editing content for posters or podium presentations, and offering guidance on manuscript writing. 

Plans are underway to host clothing drives throughout the year to support and expand the mission, ensuring the University Hospital Care Closet remains a lasting resource for patients and the community.

With a specialist in liver disease on staff, patients will continue to receive expert, coordinated care closer to home, reducing the need to travel outside the region for evaluation and treatment.

Jon D. Simmons, M.D., chief of trauma for USA Health, said concentrating on disaster preparedness was one of his goals for the symposium. “It is just always good to try and predict the types of mass casualty incidents that may occur in our region and make sure we’re all on the same page in case that disaster does occur.”

As an advanced level of Clinical Pastoral Education, the Supervisor-Educator program focuses on preparing chaplains to teach, mentor, and evaluate future CPE students in healthcare and community settings.

In 2025, the family rooms welcomed more than 20,000 visits — a testament to the essential role the spaces play in easing stress and supporting the well-being of families during what can be some of life’s most difficult moments.  

“As chair, my vision is to continue strengthening the Department of Family Medicine as a leader in community-centered primary care while advancing our core missions of education, clinical care and scholarship,” Ehab Molokhia, M.D., said.

The event marked an exciting new addition to Mobile’s annual calendar, offering not only a destination for design enthusiasts but also an opportunity to give back. 

This year, 36% of Whiddon College of Medicine students matched at programs in Alabama, including 16 students who will continue their training at USA Health hospitals.